Ndongo Mindjeme
Hyattsville,MD
The real test is not whether you avoid this failure, because you won’t. It’s whether you let it harden or shame you into inaction, or whether you learn from it; whether you choose to persevere.
Barack Obama
Summary
- Google Cybersecurity Professional Graduate with passion for aligning security architecture plans and processes with security standards and business goals.
- Extensive knowledge and real life experience gained through Google's hand-on labs and Splunk ES labs-on, enabled developing and testing security framework for fictional company applications.
- Versed in robust network defense strategies.
- Organized and dependable Professional successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude.
- Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
- Seeking to maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges, utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills, as well as researching and learning to prioritize.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cybersecurity Student
Google Cybersecurity Professional Certification
03.2023 - 12.2023
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Engineered, maintained and repaired security systems and programmable logic controls.
- Developed customized intrusion detection rules for monitoring suspicious activities within the organization''s network infrastructure.
- Reviewed violations of computer security procedures and developed mitigation plans.
- Encrypted data and erected firewalls to protect confidential information.
- Implemented multi-factor authentication measures to strengthen access control and protect sensitive data.
- Developed plans to safeguard computer files against modification, destruction, or disclosure.
- Monitored network traffic for unusual activities or patterns, proactively identifying potential threats before they could cause harm.
- Managed patch management process for all hardware devices and software applications within the organization, reducing exposure to known vulnerabilities.
- Monitored computer virus reports to determine when to update virus protection systems.
- Monitored use of data files and regulated access to protect secure information.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Configured firewall settings according to best practices, effectively blocking unauthorized access attempts to the network.
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
Education
No Degree - Splunk Cybersecurity Defense Analyst Trainings
02.2024
- Intro to Splunk
- Using Fields
- Visualizations
- Search Under the Hood
- Intro to Knowledge Objects
- Creating Knowledge Objects
- Data Models
- Intro to Dashboards
- Introduction to Enterprise Security
- The Cybersecurity Landscape
- Understanding Threats and Attacks
- Security Operations and the Defense Analyst
- Introduction to Splunk Security Essentials
- Using Splunk Enterprise Security
No Degree - Cybersecurity Professional Certification
12.2023
- Understood the importance of cybersecurity practices and their impact for organizations.
- Identified common risks, threats, and vulnerabilities, as well as techniques to mitigate them.
- Protected networks, devices, people, and data from unauthorized access and cyberattacks using Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools.
- Gained hands-on experience with Python, Linux, and SQL.
- Received professional-level training from Google
- Demonstrated proficiency in portfolio-ready projects
- Earned an employer-recognized certificate from Google
- Qualifed for in-demand job titles: cybersecurity analyst, security analyst, security operations center (SOC) analyst
Skills
- Incident Reporting
- Threat Intelligence
- DDoS Mitigation
- Incident Response
- Log Analysis
- Data Security
- Risk Assessment
- Network Security
- Two-Factor Authentication
- DDoS prevention
- Database Security
- Patch management
- Security Awareness Training
- HIPAA Compliance
- VPN Configuration
- Penetration Testing
- Privacy regulations
- Phishing Detection
- Developing security plans
- Data Encryption
- PCI DSS Compliance
- Critical Thinking
- Problem-Solving
- Self-Directed
- Computer Skills
- Data Management
- System Hardening
- Application security
- Security Planning
- Information Protection
- Intrusion Detection
- Access Control
- Erecting firewalls
- Network protocols
- Vulnerability Assessment
- Privacy Protection
- Identity Management
Affiliations
- Women in Cybersecurity - WiCys
Certification
- Cybersecurity. Google Professional Certification - April-December 2023
- Splunk for Security Operations Center. Splunk Certified Cybersecurity Defense Analyst Trainings - February 2024
Languages
French
Limited Working
Spanish
Elementary
Timeline
Cybersecurity Student - Google Cybersecurity Professional Certification
03.2023 - 12.2023
Splunk Education - No Degree, Splunk Cybersecurity Defense Analyst Trainings
GOOGLE COURSERA - No Degree, Cybersecurity Professional Certification
- Cybersecurity. Google Professional Certification - April-December 2023
- Splunk for Security Operations Center. Splunk Certified Cybersecurity Defense Analyst Trainings - February 2024
Work Availability
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeContract WorkInternshipWork Location
HybridRemoteOn-SiteImportant To Me
Company CultureCareer advancementTeam Building / Company RetreatsFlexible work hoursWork-life balancePersonal development programsWork from home optionPaid time off4-day work week401k matchStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingPaid sick leaveHealthcare benefitsAccomplishments
- Achieved Cybersecurity Professional Certification by completing over 100 hand-on labs with accuracy and efficiency.
Software
ChatGPT Prompt Engineering
Linux
SQL
Proficiency in Splunk
Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools:
Network security tools:
Firewall and IDS/IPS management:
Risk and Vulnerability Management Tools
Interests
Cybersecurity Trends:
Threat Interlligence
Emerging security tools and technologies
Incident Response
Risk assessments and Mitigation
Additional Information
Resilience and Commitment define the real me. I never gave up then, I would never give up on my dream to become part of a team committed in protecting people and assets including data, networks, processes, systems, applications and architectures,
Resilience and commitment are foundational attributes for individuals aspiring to become top cybersecurity defense analysts. In the ever-evolving landscape of digital threats, these qualities serve as vital pillars for success in a demanding and dynamic field.
Resilience, the ability to adapt and bounce back from setbacks, is crucial in cybersecurity. Analysts often encounter complex challenges and persistent adversaries, requiring them to continuously learn, innovate, and persevere in the face of adversity. Whether it's addressing emerging cyber threats or overcoming technical hurdles, resilience enables analysts to stay focused, maintain clarity under pressure, and effectively navigate through obstacles.
Commitment plays a pivotal role in the pursuit of excellence in cybersecurity defense. It involves a steadfast dedication to continuous learning and skill development, recognizing that expertise in this field is not static but rather a journey of ongoing growth and improvement. Committed analysts invest time and effort into honing their technical capabilities, staying updated on the latest trends and technologies, and cultivating a deep understanding of cybersecurity principles and methodologies.
Combining resilience with commitment creates a powerful synergy that propels individuals towards mastery in cybersecurity defense. By embracing challenges as opportunities for growth, remaining adaptable in the face of adversity, and maintaining unwavering dedication to skill development, aspiring analysts can cultivate the expertise needed to effectively protect digital assets and mitigate cyber threats. In a field where the stakes are high and the landscape is constantly evolving, resilience and commitment are not just desirable traits but essential attributes for those striving to excel as cybersecurity defense analysts.
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